paul torch Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 I'm posting this here as I think it may get a quicker response. The binding of my strings sits on the saddles of my bridge. Someone suggested that I could burn the binding away using a lighter. I did this (quite easy) but am not sure about how the string looks under neath. Could someone take a quick look at the attached pic please and tell me what they think. Cheers, Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xilddx Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 I think it's a crap Gibson bridge design. That's what I think That binding is there for a reason and I'd be careful of removing too much mate. Maybe try finding strings that suit the bridge? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveK Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 Strings don't look to have an excess of binding. Looks to me (assuming that you have no problem with intonation) that the bridge unit is badly positioned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul torch Posted November 7, 2012 Author Share Posted November 7, 2012 I've got a schaller 3D bridge I was thinking of replacing the Gibson bridge with. It's a new bass though so I was going to live with it for a month or so before doing too many "mods" on it. I've also got a Dimarzio Model One I was thinking of replacing the neck pickup with. So, do you think I've knackered the string? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveK Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 (edited) Don't think you've knackered the string, but I think you could be knackering the tone/sustain of the string - albeit marginally. EDIT: If it's new, I would think a call to the supplier might be in order. Edited November 7, 2012 by SteveK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xilddx Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 [quote name='paul torch' timestamp='1352287387' post='1861033'] I've got a schaller 3D bridge I was thinking of replacing the Gibson bridge with. It's a new bass though so I was going to live with it for a month or so before doing too many "mods" on it. I've also got a Dimarzio Model One I was thinking of replacing the neck pickup with. So, do you think I've knackered the string? [/quote] I'd replace the bridge asap. No way I would personally trust that string on a stage. The silk is there to help prevent an unwrap. I'll f*** with a bass to my heart's content, but I treat strings with great respect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul torch Posted November 7, 2012 Author Share Posted November 7, 2012 [quote name='SteveK' timestamp='1352287552' post='1861036'] Don't think you've knackered the string, but I think you could be knackering the tone/sustain of the string - albeit marginally. EDIT: If it's new, I would think a call to the supplier might be in order. [/quote] when I say new, I mean new to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveK Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 [quote name='paul torch' timestamp='1352287701' post='1861039'] when I say new, I mean new to me. [/quote] OK, in that case, if you're a reasonably competent DIYer, then a replacement might be in order. Making sure that the strings are anchored further back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul torch Posted November 7, 2012 Author Share Posted November 7, 2012 [quote name='SteveK' timestamp='1352287944' post='1861043'] OK, in that case, if you're a reasonably competent DIYer, then a replacement might be in order. Making sure that the strings are anchored further back. [/quote] I'm a little nervous, I've been happy in the past to undertake such work myself but this is a better quality instrument than I'm used to modding. Is there someone you would recommend in the London area to do the job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveK Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 [quote name='paul torch' timestamp='1352288343' post='1861049'] I'm a little nervous, I've been happy in the past to undertake such work myself but this is a better quality instrument than I'm used to modding. Is there someone you would recommend in the London area to do the job. [/quote] I've used Chandlers at Kew a few times over the years: refret to respray, without any problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul torch Posted November 7, 2012 Author Share Posted November 7, 2012 [quote name='SteveK' timestamp='1352289138' post='1861065'] I've used Chandlers at Kew a few times over the years: refret to respray, without any problems. [/quote] Thanks Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 That's pretty much what strings look like under the wrap, accentuated by being tapewound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Stu Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 (edited) [quote name='paul torch' timestamp='1352286393' post='1861015']The binding of my strings sits on the saddles of my bridge. Someone suggested that I could burn the binding away using a lighter.[/quote] That was me - probably - I've been doing it for around 12 years, on my Birch custom and Epi EB3. Only had to do it on the E using Rotosounds and never had any issues with it either from breakage or change of tone. Personally I only remove enough to clear it of the saddle. I do however agree whole-heartedly with Nige's............ [quote name='silddx' timestamp='1352286919' post='1861023']I think it's a crap Gibson bridge design.[/quote] ............. and if I ever find another I'll be putting a John Birch bridge in the Epi, but for now my Zippo does the job, though since I've never smoked it's the rare excuse I have to play with my........ which seemed an essential purchase, since I was a major consumer back in the day. Edited November 7, 2012 by Big_Stu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorks5stringer Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 I've scraped away the silk with a craft blade before, that way you only remove what you need to rather than the whole lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul torch Posted November 7, 2012 Author Share Posted November 7, 2012 Yeah, think I'm going to have to man-up and replace the bridge tomorrow. wish me luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul torch Posted November 7, 2012 Author Share Posted November 7, 2012 [quote name='yorks5stringer' timestamp='1352307605' post='1861418'] I've scraped away the silk with a craft blade before, that way you only remove what you need to rather than the whole lot! [/quote] thing is, the bit that touches the saddle still looks a bit dodgy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveK Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 [quote name='paul torch' timestamp='1352307763' post='1861426'] thing is, the bit that touches the saddle still looks a bit dodgy. [/quote]Yes, and it's that 'bit' that will impede the string, possibly affecting sustain and tone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushbo Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 ...some guy on US EBay sells a cylindrical bar dealio which the strings pass through first before they go through the guides on the bridge. If I wasn't on my mobile I'd post a link....costs about $30. Might be worth a Google. I found it by accident when looking for mute for an EB3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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